2003 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2003 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, both 2003 Citroen Berlingo and 2003 Daihatsu Charade were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 345 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Citroen Berlingo (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. 2003 Daihatsu Charade has automatic transmission and 2003 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2003 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Daihatsu Charade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen Berlingo | 2003 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | Berlingo | Charade |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 36 L |